About the job

Key information

• Teachers Pay Scale MPS/UPS plus TLR Allowance 1:2
• Recruitment and Retention Allowance £3,000 for 2 years
• Relocation allowance of up to £2,500
• Full-Time 1.0FTE
• Permanent
• Required from September 2025

What will I be doing?

Do you possess the determination and ambition to lead a flourishing department which consistently achieves great results in Maths, and have the ability to take it to the next level?

We are looking for an inspirational Head of Maths to lead the provision and strategic development of Maths at Haygrove School. As the subject lead, this is an opportunity for an enthusiastic leader to further develop and manage the delivery of the Maths curriculum.

What kind of experience or qualifications do I need?

You will be an outstanding teacher with a tireless commitment to challenging and inspiring students to maximise their achievement. You will have a strong vision of how you wish to bring about further improvements across the curriculum area and contribute to whole school improvement.

In addition to this, you will have a clear commitment to your own professional development and that of the department in promoting outstanding teaching and learning. You should be well qualified and keen to be involved in the wider life of our successful school.

What is in it for me?

We can offer a well-resourced learning environment together with supportive and hard-working colleagues and great students within an inclusive Trust community. The postholder will have access to all resources including a dedicated Chromebook. We are committed to ensuring all our teachers, whatever their experience level, are supported in their ongoing professional development through collaborative training.

Haygrove School embraces the latest advances in education and care for students and along with offering a challenging and well-balanced curriculum and extra-curricular activities, we have identified five key priorities S.A.L.T.S (Safety, Attendance, Literacy, Teaching & Learning, Support) to support our vision, mission and aims. Historical Bridgwater is situated close to Areas of Outstanding Beauty and coastal areas as well as the cities of Bristol and Exeter.

DBS check

The advertised post is subject to a teaching and learning observation interview, an enhanced DBS check, References, Right to Work in the UK and other pre-employment checks. Shortlisted candidates may also be subjected to online searches.

Supporting documents and information

Visits to Haygrove School are encouraged. Please contact qetrecruitment@quantockedtrust.co.uk for an appointment or discussion

Closing date for applications: noon on 24 March 2025

Interviews: TBC

Early applications are strongly encouraged and we reserve the right to close the advert should we feel able to appoint an appropriate candidate before the above dates.

The Quantock Education Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We welcome applications from under-represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.

Apply on the Haygrove School website

Apply now